Erika Ball
Erika Ball
(she/her)
As a Clinical Licensed Social worker with over 10 years of experience, I bring deep understanding of the complexities of mental health to my work with clients. With a strong background in social services, I have developed a particular expertise in working with adolescents struggling with severe mental health. My experience as a foster parents has given me a unique perspective on the challenges faced by vulnerable population, and I am passionate about advocating for the well-being of children and families. My work with veterans has allowed me to develop a specialized understanding of unique needs and challenges faced by military families and veteran. I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence based therapy that empowers clients to achieve their goals and improve their overall well being.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
We will work together to establish a comfortable and collaborative atmosphere, where I will gather relevant information about your concerns, goals ad history, and provide an opportunity for you to share your story, while also introducing you to the therapeutic process and establishing a foundation for a our work together.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My therapeutic approach is distinguished by a unique blend of empathy, creativity, and evidence based practice, allowing me to tailor my interventions to meet the distinct needs of each client. With over a decade of experience working with diverse populations, I have developed a keen ability to establish trust and rapport, even in the most challenging situations. My experience as a foster parent and advocate for children has also informed my understanding of the complex interplay between trauma, attachment, and resilience, enabling me to provide nuanced and effective support to clients navigating these issues.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am dedicated to working with individuals with trauma, anxiety, and adjustment difficulties. In particular adolescents, veterans, and military families who are navigating complex challenges. Clients who are seeing support and non-judgmental therapeutic environment, where they can explore their concerns, develop coping strategies, and work towards achieving their personal goals.
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Motivational Interviewing
Using Motivation Interviewing empowers clients to make positive changes, exploring their motivations and goals. This approach helps clients resolve ambivalence and mobilize their intrinsic motivation.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Treatment helps clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns, developing more adaptive coping mechanisms.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Solution Focus brief treatment helps clients to identify and build on their strengths, resources ad resilience. Identify and clarify client gals and desired outcomes. Explore exceptions to the problem, highlighting times when the issue is less prevalent or absent.
Attachment-based
Utilizing attachment based treatment to help client develop a secure attachment style, fostering emotional regulation, resilience, and healthy relationship pattern by enhancing their capacity for trust, intimacy, and emotional connection.